For three years, GuiDanCe supported the effort of signatory cities to implement
policies and projects as part of their commitment to the Charter. From
peer-learning to the exchange of best practices, high-profile promotion events
and a variety of publications, GuiDanCe activities were designed to promote
collaboration among cities in promoting the use of digital solutions to improve
energy efficiency, reduce cities’ overall carbon footprint through innovative
public services and involve...

EUROCITIES carried out a survey to examine the experiences of cities with ESF
during the first half of the funding period 2014-2020. We analysed the ESF
practices of 32 cities from 13 EU member states. The survey collected evidence
on the implementation of ESF in cities between 2014-2017 directly from city
authorities. The responses fed into a comparative analysis to identify trends
across cities and map good practices.

Brussels has developed a coherent vision and multi-stakeholder programme to
guide and accelerate its transition
to a circular economy model. Through 111 measures it aims to turn environmental
objectives into economic
opportunities that will optimise resources, create new jobs and add value for
local people.